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4 GOP senators rebel against Trump on Iran war, vote with Dems to rein in authority
Four Republican senators—Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul and Thom Tillis—joined Democrats in supporting a Senate resolution to curb President Donald Trump’s war powers over the conflict in Iran. The measure failed, as most Republicans backed Trump, but the defections highlighted growing tensions within the party as the war approaches eight months and becomes increasingly…
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Delegates walk out as Netanyahu addresses UN, and other Mideast developments
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a defiant, campaign-focused address to the UN defending Israel’s military actions, as several delegations walked out in protest. He attacked New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Western European governments, Qatar and Turkey, while portraying Israel as fighting a multi-front struggle for national survival amid increasing international isolation. Netanyahu’s 40-minute speech…
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Dozens of UN delegates leave before Netanyahu addresses General Assembly
Dozens of UN delegates walked out of the General Assembly hall before Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech. Netanyahu criticised those who left as “moral cowards”, while Israel’s delegation applauded him; the walkout reflected international opposition to Israel’s conduct in Gaza and Lebanon. The conflict began after the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel on 7…
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UK announces £88 million Palestinian aid package as Israel urged to end ‘unacceptable restrictions on Gaza’
The UK Government has announced an £88 million aid package for Palestinians, providing healthcare, clean water and protection to hundreds of thousands of people. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband urged Israel to remove what he called “unacceptable restrictions” on Gaza, saying civilians must have unhindered access to aid. The funding will support medical consultations, mental health…
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Trump and Xi hold Washington talks on AI and trade
President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are meeting in Washington today for high-level talks, with artificial intelligence set to be a major focus of discussion. Both leaders have indicated they oppose any bilateral agreement to restrict AI development, signalling a potential area of agreement despite broader US-China tensions. The meeting follows an unusually cordial…
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Ivan Toney’s assault hearing delayed until 1 October
Ivan Toney’s assault case has been adjourned by one week, and he is now due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 1 October. The England striker faces an allegation of assault causing actual bodily harm after an incident at an upmarket Soho nightclub on 6 December; he acknowledges the charge and says he intends…
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Gaza Documentary ‘NAZA’ Set For Global Release Via Innovative Distribution Model That Will Involve Free Viewing Online Following Theatrical Outing
“NAZA,” a documentary examining the systems behind Israeli military actions in Gaza, won a special jury prize at the Venice Film Festival and is set for global theatrical release across more than 56 territories beginning 28 September, followed by free online access via The Guardian’s website. The film’s release represents an innovative distribution model that…
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US-China trade deal extended; London homes seized by foreign investment wave
Washington and Beijing extend the Busan agreement through January. In Britain, corporate investors now control four-fifths of new London homes as British buyers retreat from the market.
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The Guardian To Offer ‘NAZA’ For Free On Website After Theatrical Run & Is Exploring Ways To Show Doc In Israel & Palestinian Territories
The Guardian and mk2 Films will release the investigative documentary *NAZA* theatrically in more than 50 territories from 28 September, before making it available worldwide for free on The Guardian’s website later this autumn. The film examines allegations that Israeli military forces deliberately targeted civilians in Gaza, and has attracted significant attention since its Venice…
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Award-winning Gaza documentary to reach cinemas in 56 territories
NAZA, the acclaimed Gaza documentary by Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, is set for theatrical release across 56 territories before becoming available worldwide for free on the Guardian’s website in late November. The rollout follows its Venice premiere, where it received a record 25-minute standing ovation and won the Special Jury Prize, extending…